Jar Jar Binks became one of the most polarizing figures in cinematic history when he made his debut in Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace in 1999. He was even named "the most annoying movie character of all time" by Complex Magazine. After the release, Ahmed Best, the man who played Jar Jar, was hit with the full force of the backlash — and it nearly destroyed him. The Redemption of Jar Jar Binks is a six-part journey through the early internet to understand how one of the first-ever on ...
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An original podcast from T-Mobile for Business and iHeartRadio, Jonathan Strickland connects with the world’s most unconventional thinkers, the leaders at the intersection of technology and business, to understand how they continue to thrive in a world of complex organizations and lightning-fast technology. How do these executives innovate and enable change, both inside and outside their companies, and what are they looking forward to tackling next? Let’s find out…
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Barrett (@Barrett_Bless) & James (@stephen_walko) team up and do that current/old event talk. Imagine giving the two funniest guys in school a podcast, that’s what just happened it. Tune in check it out like subscribe and become part of our Class
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What is Pitch Talk? Who are we, What do we do & Where can you find us? We are fans of football (soccer) dropping videos and vlogs on the beautiful game. We tackle (pun intended) stories and issues on and off the pitch from tactical breakdowns and transfers, to how football affects society, politics of the game and everything in between. If there's a point to be discussed, we'll hit it head on with honest opinions. Connect with us and join the Pitch Talk revolution!!!
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This is an episode of The Moth, another podcast we think you'll enjoy. On this episode of The Moth Podcast, we visit a galaxy far far away, with three stories all about the impact of Star Wars. Plus, a discussion about why Star Wars has resonated for more than 50 years. Hosts: Brandon Grant-Walker and Edgar Ruiz, Jr. Storytellers: Dame Wilburn conf…
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The Straight Shootin' View Episode 169 - Klopp leaving Liverpool
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On Friday 26th January 2024 Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp announced that he will leave the Reds at the end of the 2023/24 season. Our co-host Straight Shootin' LJA gives his thoughts on the imminent departure from the perspective of a Liverpool supporter along with Nathan Arsenal and Coach JBK giving their views as Arsenal fans on the news and the…
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The Straight Shootin' View Episode 168 - European Super League, not dead yet
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The banning of a European Super League and sacntioning of players and/or clubs for joining has been deemed unlawful by the European Court of Justice, does this open the door for a new Super league? On this episode of The Straight Shootin' View, our co-host SSLJA discusses the European Court of Justice ruling that UEFA and FIFA have abused a positio…
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The Straight Shootin' View Episode 167 - Rebecca Welch & Sam Allison, Refs breaking barriers
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Rebecca Welch as the first Female Premier League Referee & Sam Allison being the first Black Premier League Ref for 15 years, barriers broken down? On this episode of The Straight Shootin' View, our co-host Straight Shootin' LJA discusses the news that we will see the Premier League's first Female Referee ever on December 23rd 2023 and the first Bl…
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The Straight Shootin' View Episode 166 - Joey Barton vs Female Pundits
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Should Women be pundits for mens football? Do you need to have played at the top level to discuss it?On this episode of The Straight Shootin' View our co-host Straight Shootin' LJA discusses Joey Barton's recent tcomments about Women and saying they shouldn't be allowed to be pundits for mens football as they don't have any experience in the game.S…
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The Straight Shootin' View Episode 165 - Sin bins, can they work with the pros?
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Can sin bins work at the top level of professional football? On this episode of the Straight Shootin' View our co-host SSLJA discusses the news that the IFAB will be trialling sin bins aka temporary dismissals, with a view to introducing them at the top level of the game. SSLJA talks about how sin bins can be implemented and how they could be succe…
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Pitch Talk Special Feature - Everton deducted 10 points, a Man City warning?
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Everton docked 10 points due to FFP breaches, unfair? Harsh? Could this be a warning to others such as Manchester City? On this Pitch Talk Special Feature segment our co-hosts Straight Shootin' LJA, Coach JBK and Nathan 'Arsenal' discuss the recent news that Everton have been docked 10 points (effective immediately) during the 2023/2024 season. The…
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What’s the connection? Jonathan Strickland reflects on a season full of Restless Ones.
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With the end of another great season of The Restless Ones, Jonathan looks back on some of the guests and conversations we’ve heard from. With some truly inspiring leaders, driving change at the intersection of technology and business, he reflects on the common themes throughout these discussions and the consistent thread that connects them all - co…
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“Life Out Here”: Building a Stronger Community Through Network Connectivity: Rob Mills, EVP, Chief Technology, Digital Commerce, and Strategy Officer, Tractor Supply Company
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The local convenience store - the cornerstone of rural America, once a one-stop shop for everything from farming and pet supplies to household goods and homemade apple pies. Fast forward to today where those same stores are providing network connectivity, technology infrastructure, and operating efficiency to bustling farming communities. With inte…
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Coaching with JBK Episode 58 - Custom built Womens stadium, Brighton's leap of faith?
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Brighton and Hove Albion building a custom built stadium for Women's football, a massive gamble or a big step forward for the Women's game? Coach JBK discusses Brighton and Hove Albion submitting plans and getting planning permission to become the first FA WSL club to build a stadium custom built for Women's and Girls football. JBK also looks at wh…
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The Straight Shootin' View Episode 164 - Man United's phantom takeover & the Mark Goldbridge problem
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With Sheikh Jassim's £6bn takeover of Manchester United collapsing due to the Glazers not wanting to give up 100% of the club, are fans like Mark Goldbridge helping or harming the club? On this episode of the Straight Shootin' View our co-host SSLJA discusses Sheikh Jassim's £6bn takeover of Manchester United collapsing due to the Glazers not wanti…
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Laying an Innovative Foundation for Fresh Tracks and Unprecedented Experiences: Tim April, EVP and CIO, Vail Resorts
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Many people visit resorts to relax and take a break from their daily routines. However, for resort managers, disconnecting from technology is not an option if they want to provide a great guest experience. To ensure guest satisfaction, including catering to their preferences, reducing wait times, and improving services, resorts need to have a const…
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The Straight Shootin' View Episode 163 - Liverpool FC vs PGMOL and unfit VAR
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Should Spurs v Liverpool from Sept 30th 2023 be declared a draw and points shared after the abysmal VAR decision to disallow Luis Diaz' goal?Has VAR lost all credibility after this match and is it unfit for purpose? On this episode of the Straight Shootin' View our co-host SSLJA discusses the disallowed Luis Diaz goal and the fallout from the abysm…
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The Evolution of Technology: From Today’s Impact to Tomorrow’s Innovations: A Conversation with Phillipa Leighton-Jones, Senior Vice President of The Trust with the Wall Street Journal, and Matt Griffin ...
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The word “innovation” usually evokes new ways of thinking, acting, and accelerating what’s possible, but none of that means much if it doesn’t deliver meaningful results. So, when it comes to gauging innovation’s impact, Phillipa Leighton Jones and Matt Griffin are particularly well attuned. In this special episode recorded live from Mobile World C…
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How Integrated Technologies and a Startup Mentality are Delivering on the Promise of Omnichannel Retail: A Conversation with Seemantini Godbole
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A world where customers can buy everything they want, whenever and wherever they want isn’t 100% there—but it’s pretty close. And perhaps no company has been up for that challenge as much as Lowe’s. In this episode of The Restless Ones, I had the chance to sit down with Seemantini Godbole, EVP and CIO of Lowe’s Companies, Inc., whose early start as…
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The Straight Shootin' View Episode 162 - Jordan Henderson, bridges burnt, bought & paid for
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Has Jordan Henderson tainted his Liverpool legacy & ruined his relationship with the LGBTQ+ community with his move to Saudi Arabian club El Ettifaq?Our co-host SSLJA discusses Jordan Henderson and the manner of the Liverpool club Captain's departure, including comments about not being wanted at the club, but also some odd comments about going over…
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The Straight Shootin' View Episode 161 - Mike Dean, too honest or attention seeking?
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Should Mike Dean have admitted he didn't ask Anthony Taylor check a potential red card offence because he didn't want a friend to come under scrutiny?Our co-host SSLJA discusses Mike Dean's recent comments on Simon Jordan's podcast, where he said that he didn't call Anthony Taylor over to review a potential red card decision because he didn't want …
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Empowering the Visionaries in Science: A Conversation with Mike Wondrasch, Executive Vice President and CIO, Avantor Sciences
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Building blocks are a critical part of almost any private or corporate mission to reach success and scale. They let executives quickly assemble a foundation for the rest of their plans to be built on – but how are the actual building blocks getting built? Enter Avantor, who is using advancements in connectivity, data, and computing power to “set sc…
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The Straight Shootin' View Episode 160 - 100 minute matches, good or bad for players?
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At the start of the 2023/2024 Premier League season we've seen a lot of added time at the end of matches, similar to the Qatar world cup, but is it good for players? Our co-host SSLJA discusses this and whether or not players are to blame for the laws of the game being changed to add a lot more extra added time on to matches and if it benefits fans…
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How Climate Change is Driving Innovation in Emergency Management: Sonia Kastner, Founder and CEO, Pano AI
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As the impacts of climate change continue to escalate, public and private sector organizations find themselves in urgent need of innovation. Emergency management has been grappling with outdated tools and insufficient tech investment for decades. Companies such as Pano AI are stepping up to mitigate and better prepare for further crises with a new …
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Delivering Last-Mile Innovation – How Clevon is Making Logistics Safer, Simpler, and More Sustainable: A Conversation with Sander Sebastian Agur
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Autonomous vehicles open up a world of possibilities. From supporting more efficient roadways and improving delivery reach to mitigate labor shortages and fostering a cleaner environment, there are many use cases. So where do companies focus their efforts to make an impact? For one company, they decided to tackle one of the most challenging use cas…
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The Straight Shootin' View Episode 159 - FIFA Uncovered Episode 4 REVIEW
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Sepp Blatter wanting to win a Nobel Peace prize, Jack Warner's crooked family business and Infantino backstabbing Platini with Blatters help, all in a days work at FIFA On this episode of The Straight Shootin' View our co-host SSLJA discusses the final episode of 4 episodes of the FIFA Uncovered documentary series on Netflix. SSLJA discusses his vi…
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Two decades after The Phantom Menace premiered, the world is finally reconsidering how it treated Ahmed Best and the character he brought to life. But back in our galaxy, are we doomed to stay on the dark side of internet culture? Or is it not too late to redeem ourselves and stop making the same online mistakes over and over again? Transcripts for…
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The Straight Shootin' View Episode 158 - FIFA Uncovered Episode 3 REVIEW
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Bin Hamann vs Blatter for the FIFA Presidency back in 2011 ended up as a coronation for Blatter, how much did this damage FIFA's reputation? On this episode of The Straight Shootin' View our co-host SSLJA discusses the third of 4 episodes of the FIFA Uncovered documentary series on Netflix. SSLJA discusses his views on the third episode, including …
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In the wake of the anti-Jar Jar backlash, Ahmed begins to rebuild his life. In the meantime, we try to make sense of internet hate by talking to one of the original Jar Jar haters: the person who created The Jar Jar Hate Page. Transcripts for The Redemption of Jar Jar Binks are available at go.ted.com/jarjar…
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Gatekeepers of the Network: Educating Users to Enable Safer Innovation: Mike Anderson, Chief Digital and Information Officer, Netskope
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For decades securing a corporate network was as simple as securing your home office. Global workforces, outside partners, and widespread mobile access have changed that challenge into a seemingly endless set of attack surfaces for CIOs to battle. Whether it’s a website, SAAS app, or a program running in a corporate data center, 5G is moving that t…
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The Straight Shootin' View Episode 157 - FIFA Uncovered Episode 2 REVIEW
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Is the World Cup the greatest image building event for FIFA? How big a problem has lack of accountability been at FIFA?On this episode of The Straight Shootin' View our co-host SSLJA discusses the second of 4 episodes of the FIFA Uncovered documentary series on Netflix.SSLJA discusses his views on the second episode, including Sepp Blatter talking …
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The Straight Shootin' View Episode 156 - FIFA Uncovered Episode 1 REVIEW
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Did Sepp Blatter start the corruption at FIFA or was Joao Havelange responsible for starting what we see today? On this episode of The Straight Shootin' View our co-host SSLJA discusses the first of 4 episodes of the FIFA Uncovered documentary series on Netflix. SSLJA discusses his views on the opening episode, including Sepp Blatter talking about …
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While Ahmed faces Jar Jar hate websites and death threats, an even more thorny and challenging set of criticisms hits close to home, pushing Ahmed to a breaking point. Transcripts for The Redemption of Jar Jar Binks are available at go.ted.com/jarjarBy TED
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The reviews for The Phantom Menace are in. And they’re… not great. Unfortunately, that’s just the beginning. Taking on a life of its own, the anti-Jar Jar backlash bounces from the acid pen of film critics, to the pixelated grain of early websites, to the black-and-white pages of traditional media, and heads straight for Ahmed. Transcripts for The …
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The Power of Public-Private Partnerships in Shaping Education: Dr. Amy Novak, President, St. Ambrose University & Dr. Kiesha King, Senior National Education Administrator, T-Mobile for Education
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Education has a dual challenge of not only keeping up with the scores of information and knowledge developed every day, it must also keep up with the changing ways we learn and consume content. Education is also too valuable of a tool to be isolated to the financially or geographically fortunate. Connected technologies, paired with 5G, are helping …
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The Straight Shootin' View Episode 155 - Saudi pro league, MLS on steroids or potential threat?
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Is the Saudi Pro League a potential threat to the top European leagues due to their spending power, or are they just a jacked up MLS? On this episode of The Straight Shootin' View our co-host SSLJA discusses the potential of the Saudi Pro League being a football superpower on the level of the Premier League (and what they'd need to do to try and ge…
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Meet the real man behind the iconic role. Before fan forums, prequels, and motion capture catsuits, Ahmed Best was just a young Star Wars superfan growing up in the South Bronx. But after traveling to his top-secret audition at the Skywalker Ranch, Ahmed's life changed forever. Transcripts for The Redemption of Jar Jar Binks are available at go.ted…
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